Preschool Teacher Assistant

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and providing a nurturing environment for young children to learn and grow.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for children
• Complete necessary records
• Conduct systematic observations and evaluations of each child's progress; Create and maintain a portfolio for each child in your care group
• Create a safe and nurturing learning environment
• Supervise children during activities and ensure their safety
• Maintain frequent communications with families through documentation on daily sheets, informal discussions, communication app, and conferences
• Cultivate positive relationships with children and parents
• Maintain program site and equipment
• Follow all center policies, state regulations and national accreditation standards
• Complete 20 hours of professional development each year (through webinars, conferences, etc.)

Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree/ Associates in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
- Previous experience working with preschool-aged children
- Strong knowledge of child development principles
- Excellent communication skills to interact with children, parents, and colleagues
- Ability to create and implement engaging curriculum
- Familiarity with early intervention strategies
- Proficiency in curriculum development and lesson planning
- Understanding of child welfare guidelines

Nice-to-have Skills:
- Experience in toddler care and early childhood
- Proficiency in math concepts for early childhood education
- Ability to develop individualized learning plans for students
- Knowledge of effective communication techniques in childcare settings

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Work Location: In person